Election test

Read each of the following statements and tick the box if you agree with it. When you are done, press the "Submit" button.
Your "political profile" will then automatically be matched against those of presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain, to help you decide for whom to vote.

Crime

Prison sentences for non-violent crimes should be reduced or replaced by penalties other than incarceration
People should be informed when a sex offender moves into their community
Minors accused of committing a violent crime should be prosecuted as adults

Foreign policy

Invading Iraq was a mistake
We should consider military action against Iran and Syria
American troops should stay in Iraq as long as necessary

Education

We can accurately gauge the quality of our education system through a standardized test
Government spending on education should be increased
Parents should be given vouchers to help pay for private schools

Hot topics

Sexual orientation should be included in anti-discrimination laws
Abortions should be legally available
Affirmative action should be considered in college and university admissions

Social security and welfare

The growth of Social Security should be slowed down
Income over $97,500 should be subject to Social Security payroll tax

Environment and energy

We should make significant investments in researching and developing alternative energy sources
Since nuclear power is our only viable alternative to fossil fuels, we should invest in building more reactors